RESP 2354 - Equipment and Techniques III

Institution:

Southeast Arkansas College

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Description:

(Pre-requisite: RESP 2345 Equipment and Techniques II; Co-requisite: RESP 2462 Clinical Practicum III.) This course is a continuation of RESP 2345. This course is designed to integrate the theory and application of ventilator management. Topics covered include physiology of mechanical ventilation, ventilator classification, cycling mechanisms, flow pattern and waveforms, indication, initiation, and weaning of mechanical ventilation, effects and complications of mechanical ventilation, patient management and stabilization, PEEP/CPAP, and noninvasive ventilation. (Only offered in the fall).

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.seark.edu

Phone Number:

(870) 543-5900

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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